Ko Samui is a popular resort island in the Gulf of Thailand that is known for its beaches and dense, mountainous rainforest.
Award booking flights to Ko Samui (USM)
For US-based visitors, it is best to find award flights to either Singapore or Bangkok and then take a connection to Ko Samui.
Award booking flights from the US to Bangkok & Singapore
I encourage readers to make use of PointsYeah’s Daydream Explorer to look for 6-weeks worth of flights (see image below) and the custom parameters can be saved for future searches.
Flights from Bangkok & Singapore to USM airport
Flights from Bangkok & Singapore to Ko Samui (USM) airport can be booked with points, but cash prices are much cheaper from Bangkok.
Ko Samui Accommodation with points
Ko Samui has beautiful resorts from all major hotel chains and you can pick one based on your stash of transferable points and loyalty status. Cape Fahn hotel appears under both Mr & Mrs Smith (book with Hyatt) & SLH (book with Hilton).
Hyatt
Hilton
IHG
Marriott
Ko Samui Things to Do
In addition to relaxing in a beach resort, you can find several outdoor activities in Ko Samui that can keep you occupied for weeks.
Ko Samui Scenery
Conclusion
Ko Samui is a fun place to visit in Thailand with a different landscape compared to Phuket. It’s easy to book award flights to Bangkok and then pay cash for the short connection to reach the island.